Thinking of Taking the Law into Your Own Hands? It Can Be Costly
It goes without saying that Ontario family law and related legal procedures are in place for a reason: The orderly, predictable, and fair resolution of legal disputes is one of the foundational principles […]
“How Do I Get Out of My Separation Agreement?”
This is a question that family lawyers get asked by clients all the time. The answer begins with an acknowledgment that under Ontario law, domestic agreements between couples are no different from any […]
Are You Legally Capable of Entering Into a Contract?
If you are part of a separating couple, you will generally be encouraged to sort out any disputes about splitting your property by way of a negotiated agreement, which is always better (and […]
Is Playing ʺHardballʺ Worth it?
Many people who get embroiled in family litigation– or any litigation, for that matter – develop a “let’s play hardball” attitude toward the process: they take unreasonable positions, use aggressive or obstructionist tactics, and […]
The Perils of Drafting Separation Agreements – Knowing What You Don’t Know
Last week I talked about a case called Sabo v. Sabo, 2013 ONCJ 545 (Ont. C.J.), which involved spouses who had gone to court to try to have their separation agreement changed – […]
The Problem with Homemade Separation Agreements
Separation and divorce is remarkably common these days, and there is a temptation to “do it yourself” when it comes to drafting a separation agreement. Couples will often sit down and try to […]